Is A Dog Good For Someone Who Has Ill Health (Quadruple Bypass) And Avoids Confrontation. There Are Money Problems In That Bills Must Be Paid And Ex Partner Issues. They Believe That A Dog Will Be Good For Them Serving As A Destresser And Comfort.

[oneinam]

What do you think? Should they get a dog or not. They live overseas but are British Nationals.

[wolf63]

From what you have said it may be a bad idea for them to get a dog.

There are many costs that they have to consider, food and insurance for vets fees are only two of them (and at three in the morning they all I can think of). A dog needs walks and attention and should not be left alone for more than couple of hours.

I presume that they want a dog but you don't think it is a good idea.

If they won't listen to reason what about an older rescue dog? Sometimes their owners have died and they need a new home.

Good luck

[oneinam]

Thank u for your common sense answer and u are exactly correct. I am advising them not since their situation is unstable but they are wanting a dog for ease the stress.

[Old_Geezer]

They should check their budget and then they can decide if it is feasable. If it is then it is their choice.

[Khandro]

I would think more of the dog, it will require exercise food and vetinary bills. Recue dogs can need a lot of special care and understanding.

[whirlyhurly]

Well it depends on the personality of the dog,(terriers tend to be too hyper active). Also dogs being sensitive can "pick up" any tensions in the household. I have been so blessed and fortunate with my dog who is so calm and easy going and avoids confrontation with other dogs. So ovcourse I make sure I buy food for my pooch before my own groceries. He is worth his weight in gold !

[dannyk13]

Thought must be given to the welfare of the dog.Would the persons ill health prevent the dog being exercised etc?

[Cloverjo]

I was going to suggest a cat instead, as they are easier to look after and don't require walks and so much company. But thinking about it, while pets can be lovely, and stroking one is very soothing, they are a bind and might be a source of more stress in the end. What if your friend - if that's who you're talking about - needed to go into hospital? With a quadruple bypass, he/she obviously has health problems. I'd say no, not really a good idea.

[B00]

Would like to echo Danny's comments.

Whilst a dog might be a good "de-stresser" for your friend, thought must be given to the future pets wellbeing. If they can provide a good standard of living and can afford any future vet bills, I can't see any reason why they shouldn't.

[Peaspeculiars]

Given the answers above oneinam, why don't you suggest to your friend that they volunteer as a foster owner or casual dog walker instead of actually owning a dog themselves. Even abroad there are plenty of rescue centres which I am sure would appreciate any help. It would get your friend the exercise they need to help recover and they would not have to worry about the money element. It would make perfect sense and (as a generalisation) most rescue centre staff are down to earth and like minded people who are unlikely to pose any 'confrontation' problems.

[woofgang]

I don't think you are telling us enough for us to advise. I don't think that live animals should be considered as "stress medication" though.

[black_cat51]

in my opinion, dogs (and cats) are great for stress relief. You don't have to actually own one though

[oneinam]

Hi Peaspecular

Nice piece of thinking. Thank you.

Hi Wolfgang

Yes If I included more info in the question then the answers would probably be more accurate. Resources are limited so the optimum answers will be suffice for now.